Houston Fire Department
Recent News About Houston Fire Department
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Houston Fire Chief named Metropolitan Fire Chief of the Year
Houston Fire Chief Samuel Peña was named 2023 Metropolitan Fire Chief of the Year late last month by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), as well as earned a seat on the 2023 Metro Executive Board, according to a tweet by the City of Houston.
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HFD's Peña: 'Our condolences and prayers for the family, friends, and colleagues of Birmingham firefighter Jordan Melton'
Houston Fire Chief Samuel Peña led the Houston Fire Department (HFD) in mourning the death of Alabama firefighter Jordan Melton, who passed away on July 18 at the age of 28. CBS News reported that Melton was one of two Birmingham firefighters who were shot while on duty earlier this month.